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Ive been told to self catherize due to neurogenic bladder but i'm obese with a bmi of 45 and find it extremely difficult to locate the urethra both standing position as well as sitting even though i use a mirror. what should i do?

Q: ive been told to self catherize due to neurogenic bladder but i'm obese with a bmi of 45 and find it extremely difficult to locate the urethra both standing position as well as sitting even though i use a mirror. what should i do?

: Go back and talk to the doctor who have you this advice or consult with a new urologist who can discuss other options.

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Dr. Mark Owolabi answered

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Go back and talk to the doctor who have you this advice or consult with a new urologist who can discuss other options.

Answered 9/14/2022

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

!. explain this to the treating MD 2 Start losing weight. 3 let someone close help you locate the urinary opening, which can be felt. $ try someone to catheterize you.

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A member asked:

Ive been told to self catherize due to neurogenic bladder but i'm obese with a bmi of 45 and find it extremely difficult to locate the urethra both standing position as well as sitting even though i use a mirror. what should i do?

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